Srinagar: An arrest warrant has been issued against journalist Gowhar Geelani by the court of executive magistrate first-class Shopian for his non-appearance, reported local news agency, Kashmir News Observer (KNO) on Thursday.

An order issued by the court of executive magistrate first class Shopian while directing Station House Officer (SHO) Heerpora, said that in view of non-appearance of Gowhar Nazir Geelani after serving notice at him under section 107/151 crpc vide number TS/ESTT/21-22/145, dated 03/02/2022, you are directed to arrest the above person before this court on Feb 19, 2022, in order to maintain peace and public tranquility in the jurisdiction of this court—(KNO)